An hour earlier~
"Sit," Elowen said indifferently as she walked toward her study table and lowered herself into the chair.
Her eyes fell on Seren immediately. She noticed how stiff the girl was standing and how her fingers twisted together in front of her. She could not help but roll her eyes at the sight.
"I-I can't sit with you, Princess," Seren answered softly, her gaze fixed on the floor as though it held all the answers she needed.
Elowen leaned back against her chair. Her brows lifted slightly in amusement and a quiet "Oh?" slipped from her lips.
She crossed one leg over the other and tilted her head. "I asked you to sit, not to punish your legs."
Her gaze dropped meaningfully to Seren's feet. "You have been pressing your toes into the floor since you walked in. I fear your bones might crack if you continue."
Seren stiffened further.
Elowen leaned forward slowly, placing both palms flat against the surface of the table. Her eyes sharpened as they locked onto Seren.
